TJ & Sam spill the tea on Scaredy Kat Presents by Gateway Arts. This production tells the story of teenage anxiety through live performance, puppetry and stop-motion animation, exploring panic attacks, friendship, courage and mental wellness in a creative and accessible way. The show runs from 21 to 31 May 2026 at the Black Box, Gateway Theatre . 🎭 Did this production capture the experience of growing up, feeling anxious and finding your voice? Listen now to hear our full review. Review rec...
May 23, 2026•15 min
TJ & Sam spill the tea on the international tour of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory the Musical , now playing at Sands Theatre, Marina Bay Sands. Sadly, this one was less golden ticket and more discount ticket . We went in hoping for pure imagination, but left feeling underwhelmed by the simple set, flat staging and another disappointing international tour at the Sands Theatre. Was there enough magic inside this chocolate factory? Or did the whole thing feel a little mass-produced? Listen ...
May 23, 2026•17 min
TJ & Sam spill the tea on All You Can Eat , the graduating showcase from the latest batch of actors from WILD RICE’s Young & WILD programme. This production also collaborates with the RICE COOKER programme, bringing fresh Singaporean stories, voices and perspectives to the stage. Recorded straight after the performance, TJ & Sam share their first thoughts as they exit the theatre and reflect on the energy, performances and ideas behind this exciting showcase of emerging local talent....
May 17, 2026•12 min
TJ & Sam spill the tea on an original new Singapore musical from music star Inch Chua and Singapore Repertory Theatre. This bold and unique production explores artificial intelligence, creativity and what it means to be human, brought to life with striking stagecraft and inventive theatrical storytelling. Recorded straight after the performance on Friday 15th May 2026, this episode captures our first thoughts as we leave the KC Arts Centre. Was this new musical a glimpse into the future of S...
May 16, 2026•16 min
The BFG has arrived in Singapore… but does it live up to the magic? In this episode of A Spoonful of Theatre , we spill the tea on the stage adaptation of The BFG — exploring the puppetry, performances, storytelling, and overall impact of this highly anticipated production. Is it a dream come true… or a bit of a snozzcumber? This production is playing at the Esplanade Theatre from 22 April to 9 May, with tickets available via SISTIC. Produced by Royal Shakespeare Company, Chichester Festival The...
May 04, 2026•15 min
We review Secondary The Musical by Checkpoint theatre. Find out our first thoughts right after exiting the theatre. We watched the show on Sunday 12th April 2026 3pm. The show plays at Victoria Theatre until 26th April 2026 and tickets are available on Book My Show.
Apr 13, 2026•18 min
Find out what TJ and Sam thought of The Christians by Wild Rice. In the first show of their season this exciting play by Lucas Hnath gets audiences thinking and talking. We watched the show at Gala Night on Saturday 11th April 2026. The show plays at the Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre at Funan until 2nd May and tickets are available on Sistic.
Apr 11, 2026•13 min
In our most explosive "Spill the Tea" theatre review ever. We discuss our thoughts of the production of Les Misérables - The Arena Spectacular World Tour. TJ & Sam watched the Sunday 29th March performance at The Sands Theatre Singapore. The show plays until Sunday 10th May 2026 and tickets can be found on Sistic. You can now also WATCH this episode on YouTube. Do follow @ASpoonfulOfTheatre on Instagram for all the updates.
Mar 30, 2026•16 min
In his FIRST EVER podcast interview , theatre legend Ivan Heng sits down for a candid and wide-ranging conversation on his career, the story behind Wild Rice, and the future of the Singapore theatre industry. From early career choices to building one of Singapore’s most influential theatre companies, Ivan shares honest reflections, hard truths, and the moments that shaped his journey. This is a conversation not to be missed. You can also now WATCH this Podcast on YouTube. ☕ Follow A Spoonful of ...
Mar 29, 2026•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 11
TJ & Sam "Spill the Tea" on the first production of the year by Sightlines Theatre Company...Lord of the Flies. We watched the show on Saturday 14th March 2026. The show plays until 15th March 2026 at the KC Arts Centre.
Mar 15, 2026•15 min
TJ & Sam Spill the Tea on Pangdemonium's latest production of Force Majeure. This first production of their last ever season is an adaptation of the classic Anton Chekhov play Three Sisters written by Stephanie Street and Directed by Tracie Pang. This review is filmed right outside the Victoria Theatre straight after the Gala Night performance on Saturday 7th March 2026.
Mar 10, 2026•19 min
In our final podcast supporting the Singapore Fringe Festival 2026 we review the headline Show Invisible. This new work written by Haresh Sharma and produced by The Necessary Stage in collaboration with Art:Dis eplores disabilities in many forms and how they can often be invisible. The show played at the Esplanade Studio Theatre and this review is of the performance on Thursday 22nd January.
Feb 01, 2026•15 min
Cultural Medallion winner and Resident Playwright of the Singapore Fringe Haresh Sharma joins TJ & Sam to talk all things fringe as well as talk about his amazing career. We also discuss his upcoming play Invisible that debuts at the Fringe. This is the Second part of our two part series supporting The Singapore Fringe Festival 2026. Invisible plays at The Esplanade Theatre Studio from 21st - 25th January 2026. Tickets can be found on SingaporeFringe.com...
Jan 20, 2026•52 min•Season 1Ep. 10
In our first ever full VIDEO podcast we are so pleased to be supporting The Singapore Fringe Festival 2026. Join TJ and Sam as they review A Lesbian Love Story: The Musical right outside the Theatre. We watched the production on Saturday 17th January 2025 at 3pm. The show is now finished but you can catch more of the festival over on their website at www.singaporefringe.com If you want to watch this episode in in video format head on over to our YouTube page to find out more....
Jan 18, 2026•15 min
The Singapore Fringe Festival 2026 is here and A Spoonful of Theatre is teaming up with the festival to bring you a series of interviews, reviews and news from the events. In this first of a two part interview series we chat with Sofie Buligis on her upcoming show Celup. Celup is playing at The Theatre Practice, Practice Space Jan 22nd - 24th January 2026. You can get your tickets on Singaporefringe.com. The Singapore Fringe Festival runs from 15th January - 25th January 2026....
Jan 16, 2026•26 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Join TJ & Sam as they review the recent production of Beauty and the Beast playing at the Sands Theatre. Will they think this is a tale as old as time or one dinner they don't wish to be a guest at? This production was reviewed on 11th January 2026 at the Sands Theatre on the 1pm performance. The production plays until 25th January and tickets are on Sistic.
Jan 11, 2026•15 min
TJ and Sam Spill the tea on the 2025 Wild Rice Pantomime The Emperor’s New Clothes. This review was from the show on Tuesday 18th November 2025. The show plays at the Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre at Wild Rice until 22nd December.
Nov 22, 2025•13 min
TJ and Sam watch the highly anticipated Wicked For Good. They "spill the tea" and tell you their true thoughts on the movie. The review was made on 20th November 2025.
Nov 20, 2025•15 min
TJ and Sam catch their second rendition of Dear Evan Hansen in a year. This time they catch the UK tour currently playing at the Sands Theatre. Find out what their first thoughts right after they left the theatre in this Spill the Tea theatre review. This review was after the Sunday matinee on 9th November. This production plays at the Sands Theatre until 16th November. Tickets are available on Sistic.
Nov 10, 2025•28 min
TJ and Sam catch the Singapore premier of Congratulations Get Rich! Produced by Singapore Repertory Theatre Company, La Boite Theatre and Sydney Theatre Company. This review was recorded outside the theatre after the Gala Premier performance on Thursday 30th November 2025 at the Drama Centre Theatre.
Nov 05, 2025•14 min
Join TJ and Sam as they "Spill the Tea" on The Serangoon Gardens Techno Party of 1993 by Wild Rice. This is the latest play by local playwright Joel Tan. The review was recorded outside the Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre at Funan after watching the evening show on Friday 31st October 2025.
Nov 04, 2025•13 min
Kimberly Akimbo is the 2025 Musical from Pangdemonium. Directed by Tracie Pang this show tells the story of a teenage girl with a rare disease that means she ages much faster than all her peers. Listen in as theatre "luvvy" Sam and theatre practitioner TJ "Spill the Tea" on all their thoughts live outside the Victoria Theatre. This episode was recorded right after the 2:30pm show on 18th October. Tickets are available from Book My Show and the the show runs until 2nd November.
Oct 18, 2025•15 min
One year of A Spoonful of Theatre! TJ and Sam spill highlights, near-disasters, and audience favourites, plus their dreams for year two. Sip along for laughter, backstage chaos, and love for Singapore theatre.
Oct 13, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 8
TJ & Sam review the latest offering by local theatre collective The Winter Players. Much Ado About Nothing was a 60's themed twist on the Shakespeare classic. The review was recorded right outside. the theatre after the performance on Friday 13th June 2025 at the SOTA Drama Theatre. The show runs until June 22nd and tickets are available on Eventbrite.
Jun 15, 2025•12 min
Award winning actress Mina Kaye joins the ASOT Podcast for an exclusive interview as she prepares to leave Singapore for good! After a successful year we find out why she is leaving and all the best (and worst) bits of her career in Singapore Theatre! Also listen out for an exclusive discount to an upcoming Singapore show!
Jun 10, 2025•53 min•Season 1Ep. 7
TJ & Sam review the Sightlines Theatre production of The Pillowman. Listen as they share all their first thoughts on the production from right outside the theatre after the performance. This review is of the performance at 8pm on Friday 16th May 2025. The show runs until the 24th May at the KC Arts Centre and you can get your tickets on Sistic.
May 20, 2025•12 min
Rebekah Sangeetha Dorai joins TJ & Sam for an interview to talk about her recent award win for Best Supporting Actress at the Straits Times Life Theatre Awards. We discuss her career to date and what she has planned in the future. She also has some wonderful advice for all our listeners too!
May 14, 2025•55 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Shakespeare in the Park by SRT is back and A Spoonful of Theatre was there on opening night ready to give you their first thoughts of this epic production. Tune in and listen to what they had to say about this unique Singapore Theatrical tradition. Recorded right outside the park after the show. TJ & Sam attended the production on Friday 9th May 2025. The show runs at Fort Canning Park until 1st June. Tickets are available on Sistic.
May 10, 2025•14 min
We catch Sing'theatre's A French Kiss in Singapore. A musical revue of French songs performed in both English and French by a talented local cast. Find out what we thought of the show in our latest Spill The Tea review recorded right outside the theatre. This review was recorded on Friday 19th April at the SOTA Drama Theatre. The production runs until 27th April and you can get your tickets on Sistic.
Apr 19, 2025•16 min
Find out why we gave Supervision by Wild Rice a perfect score of 10/10 Spoonfuls! Tune in as we review this fantastic local production right outside the theatre after the show. We watched the 7:30pm performance at the Ngee Ann Kongsi Theatre on Friday 28th March 2025. The production plays until the 12th April and you can get your tickets on Sistic.
Mar 29, 2025•15 min
